Beeckerwerth Bridge, Cable-stayed road bridge in Duisburg, Germany
Description
The Beeckerwerth Bridge is a cable-stayed structure that crosses the Rhine River and serves as an important traffic connection in Duisburg. The structure with its distinctive towers and steel cables connects several city districts to each other.
History
The bridge was completed in 1990 as part of the modernization of the Ruhr region's infrastructure. It replaced older connections and greatly improved transportation links in this industrial area.
Culture
The bridge is part of the highway network that shapes the city and is used daily by commuters traveling between different districts. For many residents, it has become an everyday landmark of their region.
Practical
The bridge is part of the Bundesautobahn 42 and is crossed daily by many vehicles, so delays can occur during rush hour. It is advisable to allow more time for crossing during commuting hours.
Did you know?
The bridge stands out for its asymmetrical cable-stayed design, where cables on one side carry more weight than on the other. This gives it an unusual visual characteristic among typical bridge structures in the region.
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